Phillyrea latifolia
Phillyrea latifolia, commonly known as Broad-leaved Phillyrea, is a resilient evergreen shrub native to the Mediterranean region. Valued for its dense foliage and ecological importance, this plant offers significant medicinal potential. Research explores its bioactive compounds, which may provide antioxidant, antimicrobial, and anti-inflammatory properties for traditional herbal remedies.
- Scientific name: Phillyrea latifolia
- Family: Oleaceae
- Native range: Europe
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae within the phylum Streptophyta and the class Equisetopsida. Classified under the subclass Magnoliidae and the order Lamiales, it is a member of the Oleaceae family. Specifically, it is categorized under the genus Phillyrea.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Lamiales | WCVP |
| Family | Oleaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Phillyrea | WCVP |
Common Names
This plant, known scientifically as Phillyrea latifolia, is referred to by various regional names depending on the language. In Catalan, it is called aladern de fulla ampla, while in German, its common name is Breitblättrige Steinlinde. In Polish, it is known as Filirea szerokolistna, and in Occitan, it goes by the name aladèrn de fuèlha larga. Additionally, in Bulgarian, it is commonly called грипа.| Language | Common Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| ca | aladern de fulla ampla | Wikidata |
| de | Breitblättrige Steinlinde | Wikidata |
| pl | Filirea szerokolistna | Wikidata |
| oc | Aladèrn de fuèlha larga | Wikidata |
| bg | грипа | Wikidata |
| eu | Gartxu hostozabal | Wikidata |
| ar | زرود عريض الأوراق | Wikidata |
| he | בר זית בינוני | Wikidata |
| az | Enliyarpaq fillireya | Wikidata |
| hu | Keleti korallkígyó | Wikidata |
Distribution
This plant is primarily distributed across several regions within Southwestern Europe. It can be found growing in the Balearic Islands, known as Baleares. Its presence extends to the islands of Corsica and Sardegna. Additionally, the species is documented within the territories of France. Finally, its geographical range includes the coastal areas of Portugal.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Southwestern Europe | Baleares | WCVP |
| Southwestern Europe | Corse | WCVP |
| Southwestern Europe | France | WCVP |
| Southwestern Europe | Portugal | WCVP |
| Southwestern Europe | Sardegna | WCVP |
| Southwestern Europe | Spain | WCVP |
| Southeastern Europe | Albania | WCVP |
| Southeastern Europe | Bulgaria | WCVP |
| Southeastern Europe | Greece | WCVP |
| Southeastern Europe | Italy | WCVP |
Plant Parts
This plant, Phillyrea latifolia, is characterized by its distinctive foliage, which serves as a primary identifier for the species. The leaves are typically evergreen, possessing a leathery texture and a broad, elliptical shape that distinguishes them from other members of the Oleaceae family. These leaves are arranged oppositely along the stems and feature a dark, glossy upper surface with a lighter underside, providing a lush appearance to the shrub's dense canopy.- Total parts
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 2
| Plant Part | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| leaves | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Chemicals
Phillyrea latifolia has 12 reported phytochemicals identified across 12 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include apigenin-7-O-glucoside, apigenin-7-O-rutinoside, chlorogenic acid, coniferin, ligustroflavone.
- Total chemicals
- 12
- Scientific sources
- 12
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| apigenin-7-O-glucoside | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| apigenin-7-O-rutinoside | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| chlorogenic acid | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| coniferin | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| ligustroflavone | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| luteolin 7-O-glucoside | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| luteolin-4'-O-glucoside | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| luteolin-7-O-glucoside | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| oleuropeoside | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| phillyrin | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Activities
Phillyrea latifolia has 1 reported activities identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Antidiabetic.
- Total activities
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Antidiabetic | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Phillyrea latifolia has 2 reported medicinal uses identified across 2 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include jaundice, weight loss.
- Total uses
- 2
- Scientific sources
- 2
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| jaundice | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| weight loss | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |